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On the recordApril 10, 2011
Under Paul Ryan's plan, this bold proposal -- I disagree with it, but I concede that it's very bold -- under the Paul Ryan plan, the government does not balance its books. It continues to have to borrow money until 2040.
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David Gergen
Independent · Massachusetts

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David Gergen critiques Paul Ryan's budget plan, stating it does not achieve a balanced budget and continues borrowing.

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